“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” ― Orhan Pamuk

It’s not always easy to tell what foods are safe for your dog. That’s because there are no absolutes and every animal is different. For example, some dogs can eat lettuce and other vegetables while others cannot digest anything green at all. Some can handle raw meat while others need cooked meat only. Some love peanut butter but many find it too rich and may develop an allergy to it after eating just one time. The best way to know if a food is good for your dog is by researching its ingredients or consulting with a vet who specializes in canine diets.

The following list contains the most common types of foods that are acceptable for most breeds of dogs as well as those that should be avoided altogether: